Fostering Community Engagement Through Street-Style Designs — Raising Brand Exclusivity with Strict Standards Streetwear

Blake Ferguson
Apr 3, 2020
5 min read

Updated: Jul 29

Date Published: 04/03/2023

Date Edited: 06/10/2025

When creative minds come together in the lab, things can get wild, only in positive, soulful ways. Incorporating the right people, personalities, and professionals into our workflows leads to a renowned feeling of team-built success and orchestrating the impact-based thrill we seek as artists. That is the vibe with Strict Standards Streetwear.

We must recognize that our missions are grander than ourselves to achieve greatness. Where I push for personal growth, perseverance and means to maintain consistency with photography sessions and articulation of fine-art images, I often find success seamlessly when a third party is involved or when my energy channels in non-personalized matters, such as photography goals. My upcoming works have been making waves, but let me bring you up to speed with a quick glimpse before diving into the Graphic Design showcase ahead, serving as a humble reminder that we are all human.

Behind the Scenes & Creating Through Personal Triumph

In the face of prolonged challenges, I have developed a coping mechanism that emphasizes trust and confidence in others while simultaneously distracting my mind with positive visual stimuli. Recognizing potential improvements in the digital domain, I proposed an opportunity for collaboration within the showcased manner.

Unfortunately, delays have persisted over an extended period due to my reluctance to engage actively in my projects at Strict Standards without sufficient justification for my prior inaction through personal pursuits.

Blake Ferguson Photography refers to Strict Standards Streetwear for the Community-based Interactivity orchestrated through Graphic Design Concepts in London, Ontario, Canada. — **Blake Ferguson Photography Refers to Strict Standards Streetwear for Community Interactivity — Ontario, Canada**

Though floating personal work to the back burner is never ideal, persisting through measures bigger than self helps me regain composure from within. As a freelance graphic designer and commercial photographer, the headspace must be clear without external pressures. While stepping up, the self-expression I have achieved through my graphic design collaborations with this independent clothing line has contributed significantly to my personal growth. Although I find it challenging to articulate the nuances of my experiences, I recognize that these challenges may represent some of the most profound tribulations I will encounter.

Assessing my current endeavours- I remain committed to pursuing creative projects, both photographic and design, irrespective of my circumstances. I aim to revisit past initiatives that have provided me stability and grounding once before. The passage of time has been swift, particularly with the various responsibilities associated with Strict Standards Streetwear. While I regret the neglect of some noteworthy photographic sessions and graphic design projects, I also recognize the significant potential that arises from collaborating with dynamic partners, which presents numerous opportunities for growth and development.

The role of collaborative and community-oriented engagement has been instrumental in my mindset as an independent artist. The opportunity to connect with small, tightly-knit groups fosters a continuous exchange of passion and creativity behind the branded visuals. Once a creator or digital artist discovers their ideal environment- departing from it becomes unlikely.

Japanese-Inspired Magazine Thumbnails & Infographics

Onto the project at hand! Where with great purpose- I became deeply engaged in the meticulous execution of each visualization created. The primary objective was to formally introduce and celebrate the integration of a new Clique Member, whether as a Media Contributor or Build Representative. This process included a significant infographic announcement designed to illustrate the newly established relationships.

Graphic Design Services by Blake Ferguson depicts a Japanese Magazine-Inspired thumbnail to Welcome the Representatives of Strict Standards Streetwear in Kitamachi, Japan. — **Welcoming Build Representative Takahiro Lizawa from Kitamachi, Japan — Toyota MR2 SW20 GT Turbo**

In 2025, it is essential to complement a significant announcement on social media with an engaging infographic that effectively captures attention and aligns with the content of the message. Without this incorporation, you risk severe loss of Impressions correlating to the full potential of your audience.

These infographic announcements have evolved over the years, and we did not prioritize a streamlined approach to fluidity from the start of the series. Each piece, while distinct and presented in a new format for each announcement, cohesively connects over time without causing any disruption to Brand Identity.

As much as I enjoyed preparing these infographic announcement concepts for social media, each member treated their designed graphic as a token of novelty. One of my fellow automotive photographers, Tarik Shalha, also known as Unlucky Cat Media, printed his out for his at-home office space to keep him inspired in content creation.

Graphic Design Services by Blake Ferguson depicts a Japanese Magazine-Inspired thumbnail to Welcome the Media Contributors of Strict Standards Streetwear in Atlanta, Georgia. — **Welcoming Media Contributor Tarik Shalha (@UnluckycatMedia) From Atlanta, Georgia — Pandem RocketBunny 370Z**

As a member of the Clique at Strict Standards Streetwear, I have gained the opportunity to engage with fellow custom car enthusiasts and automotive photographers who share similar perspectives, goals and passions while underlying a supportive collective of individuals. The themes of custom cars and stance culture have always been intrinsic to my experiences alongside my brother, Behn. However, I had not fully comprehended the profound impact that these manifestations could have on fostering relationships within the context of Strict Standards Streetwear.

While we aim to keep the celebratory announcements short, sweet and to the point- if you want to learn more about Strict Standards Streetwear- you can do so by tapping in with the intricate Case Study prepared below. Through years of marketing-infused visuals and apparel and clothing design concepts, Strict Standards has provided me with graphic design opportunities and experience as an entrepreneur.

Thank you to all photographers who have captured the Clique and shown their gratitude towards the graphic designs and visual edits applied to their photographs on social media platforms! I have been honoured to be behind the scenes at Strict Standards Streetwear and connect with individuals who appreciate my creative work on a global scale while improving the mechanics to expand this same opportunity for others through this renowned platform based in London, Ontario.

Rest assured, there are plenty of more in-depth Insights, followed by sheer Japanese street style as I highlight the fluid success and consistent organic marketing efforts behind the Strict Standards Streetwear Brand.